This talk showcases the transformative impact of self-led STEM projects in education and the challenges associated with space exploration!
Katharina is a year 13 student. She’s passionate about science and looking forward to studying chemistry at university soon. As part of the Conrad Challenge finalist team ‘Orbnet’ she was responsible for researching and refining the design of their entry, as well as drafting their US provisional patent application. In her free time she enjoys drinking chamomile tea and improving her chemical skills by mixing, measuring and experimenting while trying out new recipes.
Alice is a sixth form student at Oxford High School who is hoping to go on to do a Natural Sciences degree at university to study Physics and Biology together. As part of the ‘Orbnet’ team she spent most of her time coming up with original designs for the innovation and animating these in an easy-to-understand format. Outside of her passion for science, she spends time playing rugby and practising the cello.
Tilly is a Year 13 Student fascinated by the intricacies of the natural world and human biology, who is excited to go on to study Medicine at university. As a member of the three person 2023 Conrad Challenge finalist team ‘Orbnet’ she enjoyed presenting, reaching out to experts and delving into the science of space.